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The three gentlemen of whom we spoke in
our columns yesterday, appeared last night in
the play of "Buffalo Bill," to an overwhelming
house, densely crowded from pit to dome
Mlle. Morlacchi began the performance by
impersonating four characters in the comedy of
"Thrice Married," assisted by Messrs Fred. G.
Maeder, Walter Fletcher, and Alfred Johnson.
The lady delighted all by her artistic acting
and singing, and proved herself one of the
best of protean actresses. Her dancing
was, of course, of the highest order of
art. She ranks at the head of the ballet
in America, and her grace, beauty and
talent are unequalled. Mr. Maeder and all in
the cast acquitted themselves well. It was
very enjoyable. But all the vast throng were
on the qui rive to see the famous Scouts of the
Plains, and as the curtain rose upon the drama
the hum of excitement was immense. Upon
the entrance of Mr. Cody (Buffalo Bill) rounds
of applause greeted him, showing how favorably
he was remembered by our citizens.
The dash, grace, and rollicking
bravery of the king of the border
men were ably personified - the more
life-like and natural from the remarkable fact,
almost unprecedented in the annals of the
drama, of the hero of a play being personated
by the hero himself. Mr. Cody shows marked
improvement and an ease for which he deserves
every credit. “Texas Jack” (Mr. Omohundro)
was greatly applauded. His quick,
agile movements, earnestness of manner and
rapid gesture could not but win favor. As the
scout and lover, who dared all danger for the
lady of his love, and like the Knights of old,
won her who "loved him for the danger he had
passed,” he showed an aptitude and ability
which all were not slow to acknowledge.
The newest feature was the redoubtable “Wild
Bill.”

Mr J. B. Hickok was six weeks ago upon
the plains and probably had scarcely ever visited
a theatre and knew nothing of its workings.
That he should get through a part, full
of busy action, shows a wonderful adaptability.
He is a fine noble looking man, and those
familiar with his brilliant record regarded him
with eyes of wonder and amazement. Taken
altogether the three scouts acquitted themselves
splendidly, and in subserving a purpose
and showing us in mimic life the wild career
of the frontiersman, they deserve the thanks